
The best of each day's First Up, with Nathan Rarere. If listening at 5am is too early, then check out our favourite stories of the morning at a time that suits you.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 730 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

First Up - The Podcast for Monday 2nd March 2026
On today's First Up pod: what's happening to the old Cook St ferry thats parked up in the Sounds; Grant Chapman talks about the season ahead for the Warriors and earth to aliens.. we venture into outer space ... kind of - you can send a message but y... more
On today's First Up pod: Cinderella you shall go to the ball! A heartwarming story for our OpShop rummage about the donation of 1500 ball gowns; it's a big year for shot putter Tom Walsh, we check in on how his body's holding up ahead of the Commonwe... more
On today's First Up pod: Australia weighs in on the argument around Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor; do we really need to make English an official language or is it just dog whistle politics - we speak to a sociologist and what do those begging and sleepi... more
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A selection of morning news stories is presented in an accessible format, catering to listeners who prefer a curated experience of daily news highlights. The discussions frequently touch upon both local and international topics, offering diverse insights into significant events from politics, social issues, and community happenings. Unique features include interviews with relevant guests and light-hearted anecdotes, making it engaging for audiences looking for a blend of serious journalism and entertainment.
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